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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh from £80

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — EDI
6 Apr — 13 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or May, booked 1 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£114

One-way from

£80

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£364
28/5-20/6
  • 28/5-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 15m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£34 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2025.

Wed 28/504:35IST - EDI
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/606:20EDI - IST
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4£114
Thu 22/507:15SAW - EDI
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/515:15EDI - SAW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4£155
Thu 22/511:45SAW - EDI
Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines
Thu 29/515:15EDI - SAW
Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 1/4£159
Thu 22/513:25IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 29/510:35EDI - IST
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/4£192
Sat 19/417:05IST - EDI
1 stop17h 20mKLM
Wed 23/406:00EDI - IST
1 stop8h 20mKLM
Deal found 1/4£264
Wed 21/517:55IST - EDI
2 stops24h 35mLufthansa
Wed 28/517:10EDI - IST
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 1/4£288
Thu 10/716:10SAW - EDI
1 stop8h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 13/721:05EDI - SAW
1 stop14h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/3£322
Thu 10/719:55IST - EDI
1 stop14h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 13/719:50EDI - IST
1 stop26h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/3£335
Sun 6/704:20IST - EDI
1 stop18h 55mAir France
Thu 17/706:00EDI - IST
1 stop19h 25mAir France
Deal found 31/3£472
Wed 28/521:20IST - EDI
2 stops48h 15mNorwegian
Fri 20/608:55EDI - IST
2 stops48h 00mNorwegian
Deal found 1/4£504
Sat 21/608:50SAW - EDI
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Sun 29/606:00EDI - SAW
1 stop9h 10mKLM
Deal found 1/4£517
Tue 8/717:30IST - EDI
2 stops45h 35mLOT
Tue 15/713:55EDI - IST
2 stops24h 45mLOT
Deal found 31/3£559

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Istanbul

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Edinburgh

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Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Wed 28/5

04:35-22:45

1 stop20h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/6

06:20-03:50

1 stop19h 30m

£114

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 22/5

07:15-09:25

1 stop28h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

15:15-21:35

Nonstop4h 20m

£155

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 22/5

11:45-14:10

Nonstop4h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

15:15-21:35

Nonstop4h 20m

£159

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Thu 22/5

13:25-15:50

Nonstop4h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

10:35-17:05

Nonstop4h 30m

£192

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sat 19/4

17:05-08:25

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/4

06:00-16:20

1 stop8h 20m

£264

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Wed 21/5

17:55-16:30

2 stops24h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 28/5

17:10-21:20

2 stops26h 10m

£288

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 10/7

16:10-22:10

1 stop8h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/7

21:05-13:50

1 stop14h 45m

£322

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Thu 10/7

19:55-08:25

1 stop14h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/7

19:50-00:25

1 stop26h 35m

£335

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sun 6/7

04:20-21:15

1 stop18h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/7

06:00-03:25

1 stop19h 25m

£472

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Wed 28/5

21:20-19:35

2 stops48h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/6

08:55-10:55

2 stops48h 00m

£504

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul to Edinburgh in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 April 2025.

The most flights from TR5 to EDI are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 1 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Emirates and Norwegian from Istanbul to Edinburgh have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Norwegian
7.9
Good
224 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh from Istanbul, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh. There are 4 flights from Istanbul to Turnhouse per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul to Edinburgh is Pegasus Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £159 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and KLM, starting at £192 and £264 round-trip. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Pegasus Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £115. KLM flights start at £116 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £124 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    Consider Pakistan International Airlines (88%), IndiGo (88%) or JetBlue (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    While on average a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh is generally £283, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £138. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Edinburgh Turnhouse), you can expect to pay £138 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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